PMC Construction Engineer - Piping

EHIF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Job summary

Wood is recruiting an experienced PMC Construction Engineer - Piping for ADNOC Onshore, based in Abu Dhabi on an onshore site. You will oversee piping construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, schedule compliance and adherence to project specifications while coordinating with EPC contractors and engineering teams.

Ideal candidates have 10–15 years in oil & gas, with 5+ years in PMC/Owner's Engineer roles, extensive onshore and midstream experience, and proven piping construction,

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery, or energy projects.
• Minimum 5 years in PMC or Owner's Engineer roles.
• Extensive experience in onshore facilities and offplot infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in piping construction, testing, and mechanical completion.
• Experience working on large EPC/PMC projects in the Middle East preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise piping construction activities performed by EPC contractors.
• Ensure piping installation is carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, procedures, and project requirements.
• Review construction work packs, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Verify contractor compliance with project HSE requirements and permit-to-work systems.
• Coordinate piping activities with civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and commissioning teams.
• Ensure compliance with codes such as ASME B31.3, ASME Section IX, API standards.
• Monitor welding, NDT, hydrotesting, flushing, reinstatement, and mechanical completion activities.
• Participate in inspections and witness critical construction activities.
• Review and close punch-list items related to piping systems.
• Monitor contractor productivity and construction progress.
• Identify potential delays and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly progress meetings.
• Review contractor schedules and work plans.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all construction activities.
• Conduct site safety inspections and toolbox talks.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Resolve construction-related technical issues in coordination with engineering disciplines.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Prepare daily and weekly construction reports.
• Review contractor reports and progress updates.
• Maintain records of inspections, testing, and construction activities.
• Track and report construction KPIs.

Skills

Piping construction

PMC/Owner's Engineer

Oil & Gas

HSE compliance

Coordination

Job description

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Construction Engineer - Piping with extensive experience in the oil and Gas industry for ADNOC Onshore client to be based in Abu Dhabi within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.

Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at onshore site in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The Role

To oversee and coordinate piping construction activities on behalf of the Project Management Consultant (PMC), ensuring that all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, quality standards, schedule requirements, and applicable codes and regulations

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe.We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low‑carbon concepts to reality.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects:Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package:With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development:Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise piping construction activities performed by EPC contractors.
• Ensure piping installation is carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, procedures, and project requirements.
• Review construction work packs, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Verify contractor compliance with project HSE requirements and permit-to-work systems.
• Coordinate piping activities with civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and commissioning teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards such as:
  • ASME B31.3
  • ASME Section IX
  • API standards
  • Project specifications and procedures
• Monitor welding, NDT, hydrotesting, flushing, reinstatement, and mechanical completion activities.
• Participate in inspections and witness critical construction activities.
• Review and close punch-list items related to piping systems.
• Monitor contractor productivity and construction progress.
• Identify potential delays and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly progress meetings.
• Review contractor schedules and work plans.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all construction activities.
• Conduct site safety inspections and participate in toolbox talks.
• Ensure compliance with project HSE procedures and local regulations.
• Support incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Resolve construction‑related technical issues in coordination with engineering disciplines.
• Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Prepare daily and weekly construction reports.
• Review contractor reports and progress updates.
• Maintain records of inspections, testing, and construction activities.
• Track and report construction KPIs.

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery, or energy projects.
• Minimum 5 years in PMC or Owner's Engineer roles.
• Extensive experience in onshore facilities and offplot infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in piping construction, testing, and mechanical completion.
• Experience working on large EPC/PMC projects in the Middle East preferred.